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High IFN-gamma production by CD8+ T cells and early sensitization among infants at high risk of atopy.
The Journal of allergy and clinical immunology - 1 Apr 2004
Rowe Julie, Heaton Tricia, Kusel Merci, Suriyaarachchi Devinda, Serralha Michael, Holt Barbara J, de Klerk Nick, Sly Peter D, Holt Patrick G
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: High genetic risk (HR) of atopy among unstratified populations of infants is associated with attenuated IFN-gamma responses. However, the role of IFN-gamma in progression from HR status to active disease is less clear. OBJECTIVE: To identify immune function markers in neonates with HR that are associated with positive atopic outcomes at 2 years. METHODS: Cord blood mononuclear cells (CBMCs) were...
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